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Kenneth Cukier is a senior editor at The Economist specializing in technology and data. Viktor Mayer-Schönberger is a professor at Oxford University known for his work on digital governance and data.

Known for: Framers: Human Advantage in an Age of Technology and Turmoil

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Framers: Human Advantage in an Age of Technology and Turmoil

Framers: Human Advantage in an Age of Technology and Turmoil

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Framers explores how humans use mental models—frames—to make sense of the world and make decisions. The authors argue that the ability to reframe problems is a uniquely human skill that will remain essential in an era dominated by artificial intelligence and automation. Through examples from history, business, and science, the book shows how reframing can lead to innovation, resilience, and better leadership.

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The Nature of Framing

Framing is the silent force behind every human judgment. Before we weigh options or analyze data, we must first decide what the problem even is—that is the act of framing. In this sense, frames are mental blueprints that define where our attention falls and what we exclude. They are neither objectiv...

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Limits of Data and Algorithms

The rise of big data and artificial intelligence tempts us to believe that with enough information, any problem can be solved. Yet this vision is incomplete. Data informs decisions, but it does not define the questions worth asking. Algorithms rely on historical inputs; they are inherently backward-...

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About Kenneth Cukier, Viktor Mayer-Schönberger, Francis de Véricourt

Kenneth Cukier is a senior editor at The Economist specializing in technology and data. Viktor Mayer-Schönberger is a professor at Oxford University known for his work on digital governance and data. Francis de Véricourt is a professor of management science at ESMT Berlin focusing on decision-making...

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Kenneth Cukier is a senior editor at The Economist specializing in technology and data. Viktor Mayer-Schönberger is a professor at Oxford University known for his work on digital governance and data. Francis de Véricourt is a professor of management science at ESMT Berlin focusing on decision-making and operations research.

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